Suggestions and research sites for DV camera? [more inside]
posted by mwhybark on Aug 27, 2008 - 7 answers

I am trying to play some Mini-DV tapes, which were sent to me from Lebanon and, I am told, shot in PAL. When I play them, all I can see is a blank screen. Why is this and what can I do? [more inside]
posted by sswiller on Jul 31, 2008 - 10 answers

How do I convert home movies on DVD to .mov files? [more inside]
posted by Lillitatiana on Jul 10, 2008 - 5 answers

Question for my roommate about red blur in shooting MiniDV video. [more inside]
posted by limeonaire on May 24, 2008 - 4 answers

I have several old MiniDV tapes, but no camcorder. Is there any hardware I can buy that I can plug into my PC and let me download the video? Is there anything compatible with Linux?
posted by icheyne on Feb 28, 2008 - 9 answers

FinalCutProFilter: What is the best method of converting footage captured on a HVX P2 and edited in Final Cut as an HD timeline onto a MiniDV for festival usage?
posted by idledebonair on Sep 23, 2007 - 11 answers

Is a high-definition lens for an HDV camera the equivalent of a thousand-dollar audio cable? Is there any noticeable benefit for an amateur point-and-shooter? [more inside]
posted by nervestaple on Jul 5, 2007 - 4 answers

What is the easiest way for a total neophyte to edit mini-DV video and burn it onto a DVD? [more inside]
posted by tristanshout on Mar 5, 2007 - 8 answers

I need to find some indestructible (or as near to it as possible) still and video cameras for use in a school environment. [more inside]
posted by davey_darling on Jan 29, 2007 - 12 answers

I have a couple of hours of miniDV footage shot on a Canon XL2. The XL2 was borrowed and I no longer have access to it. I'm contemplating a transfer of the precious footage to my hard drive by way of an old JVC Micropocket camera (using FireWire). Will I lose quality? [more inside]
posted by amusem on Aug 28, 2006 - 6 answers

I've decided to make a film on MiniDV. I'd like it to look and sound decent. [more inside]
posted by jimmy on Aug 10, 2006 - 29 answers

Over the years I've lost some MiniDv cases here and there and I've never been able to find a place to buy replacements. Does anyone know where I can purchase extra MiniDv cases? [more inside]
posted by SteveFlamingo on Jun 5, 2006 - 6 answers

I would like to find resources, either in print or online, for learning as much as I can about video color space, specifically where it applies to compositing/keying work. [more inside]
posted by shmegegge on May 15, 2006 - 6 answers

MiniDV is ten years old. What can be said about this format after a decade? [more inside]
posted by amusem on Apr 30, 2006 - 8 answers

Transferring MiniDV contents to VHS. Red/White/Yellow component cables hooked up to the OUT from the camera and into the IN of the VCR (SVHS deck). I push play on the camera and record on the VCR. Nothing is recorded but static, why?
posted by packphour on Mar 15, 2006 - 10 answers

PAL v. NTSC Re:Mini DV. I need help choosing a new video camera, but have some concerns about my future. [more inside]
posted by medium format on Jan 17, 2006 - 6 answers

My 5 year old jvc dvm90 minidv/still camera just gave up. It's my only digital still camera, so I want to get another, but don't have much money now. I was always disappointed by the low light filming any way. So, do I get an equivalent for ~$300 or go for a used "prosumer" like the canon xi, Panasonic 953, etc. for about$450 to $500 if possible(craigslist, ebay)? [more inside]
posted by 445supermag on Jan 16, 2006 - 5 answers

Need recommendations on (preferably cheap/free) windows software to allow me to make DVDs from MiniDV that are playable in most set top DVD players. [MI] [more inside]
posted by Mitheral on Sep 14, 2004 - 0 answers